Stand Up Rural America Regional Forum

We at Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC) are proud to be a sponsor of the upcoming Stand Up Rural America Regional Forum, taking place October 7–8, 2025, in Gonzales, Texas, at the JB Wells Event Center.

This national forum is designed specifically for rural communities and will feature nationally recognized experts and practitioners, as well as a special regional panel: Logistics: The Foundation for a Thriving Community. Attendees will explore key topics such as planning, leadership, entrepreneurship, downtown revitalization, rural tourism, sustainability, business retention & expansion, communications, retail development, talent strategies, and more.

The event promises engaging presentations, interactive discussions, and outstanding networking opportunities—all focused on delivering tangible tools and strategies to help rural regions thrive.

We invite economic development professionals, chambers, city and county leaders, workforce development organizations, utilities, industry partners, and others committed to rural prosperity to be part of this inspiring event.

Registration is now open. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and celebrate what makes Rural America strong.